Psychology with Placement Year BSc (Hons)

Keele University

Would you like to take a scientific approach to understanding why people behave in certain ways, with the opportunity to apply that knowledge in a work placement? Our four-year accredited programme includes a year in industry, allowing you to gain invaluable insight and practical experience into the real world application of psychology.**Why choose this course?** - This programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)- Spend a year gaining practical experience in industry- Personalise your studies with a variety of optional modules- Gain the employability skills to enter a range of careers in business, service, education and caring professions- Access to Keele's £34m state-of-the-art Central Science LaboratoriesPsychology is the study of mind and behaviour. From biological influences and social pressures to environmental factors that affect how people think, act, and feel - psychology underpins all that we are and everything we do. The skills you will develop on this degree will not only equip you with subject-specific knowledge but will also provide you with a variety of transferable scientific and humanities based skills - that can be used in a wide range of sectors.Our Psychology with Placement Year BSc will equip you with a well-rounded education. In addition to studying the principal areas specified by the British Psychological Society (BPS) curriculum, you will have the opportunity to gain substantial work experience with a relevant placement provider and become familiar with the professional working environment.As no prior knowledge of psychology is required, during years one and two, we will support you to develop fundamental scientific skills in research design, statistics, qualitative and survey methods. This will enable you to confidently conduct your own research and critically analyse that of others throughout your studies and beyond.**About Keele**Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university. We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.